Age Spots and Hyperpigmentation in West Palmdale, CA

As you age, you may notice dark patches appear on your skin. Age spots, also known as liver spots, are small, flat, brown patches that typically appear on areas of the skin that are exposed to sunlight, such as the face, arms, shoulders, and hands. Although typically harmless, age spots can cause a patient to appear older and decrease self-esteem. Other forms of hyperpigmentation, such as acne scars, sun spots, and melasma, can appear anywhere on the body and vary in size, shape, and color. These dark, patchy areas can be removed or minimized to help enhance your appearance and boost your confidence. At Sandhu Dermatology & Med Spa, we offer a variety of treatments to reduce the appearance of age spots and hyperpigmentation. Contact our team today to learn about the available therapies at our West Palmdale, Ridgecrest, and Tehachapi, CA practices.

Age spots and hyperpigmentation can occur due to various factors, such as sun exposure, genetics, pregnancy, and more. Since there are numerous factors that cause these skin conditions, a comprehensive skin evaluation is necessary for proper diagnosis, and it is important to be aware of the symptoms associated with each condition. Some common symptoms include:

Age spots:

• Can be grouped together
• Tan to dark brown in color
• Flat, oval areas of increased pigmentation
• Occur on skin often exposed to the sun (hands, tops of feet, face, upper back, and shoulders)
• Range in size (freckle size to about 13mm across)

Hyperpigmentation:

• Raised dark patches growing in size
• Discolored patches that become darker after sun exposure
• Patches of varying shades of brown or black
• Discoloration noticed after injury or inflammation on the skin